Financial Controller

MCS Group; Belfast; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established professional services firm in Belfast is seeking an experienced Financial Controller. This newly created role involves leading financial strategies, team mentorship, and ensuring compliance while offering a competitive salary and flexible working conditions.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + 12 statutory holidays

Private medical insurance

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA required.
• Excellent commercial acumen and strong communication skills.
• Strong technical accounting skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Shape and drive financial strategy aligned with corporate objectives.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting and ensure compliance with standards.
• Oversee financial reporting and act as primary finance partner.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Communication

Technical accounting

Leadership

Education

Qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA

Job description

The Company:

A well-established professional services firm, based in Belfast, is seeking an experienced and proactive Financial Controller to manage their internal finance function. You'll work closely with senior leadership, providing financial insights to support strategic decisions in a dynamic, growing business.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially aware Financial Controller who enjoys autonomy and wants to make their mark in this newly created role.

The Rewards:

As the successful Financial Controller, you will receive the following:

• Salary up to £80k (DoE)
• Hybrid/flexible working
• 25 days annual leave + 12 statutory holidays
• Private medical insurance

The Role:

As the successful Financial Controller you will be responsible for the following duties:

• Shape and drive the financial strategy across all business units, with an emphasis on aligning with our corporate objectives.
• Lead and oversee budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning, ensuring accuracy and supporting data-driven decision-making.
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in accordance with UK and international standards. Oversee statutory and regulatory compliance across regions.
• Act as a primary finance partner to the executive team, board members, and external stakeholders, providing insights into financial performance, risks, and opportunities.
• Develop and implement effective financial controls and risk management strategies to safeguard assets and improve financial outcomes.
• Lead and mentor a growing finance team, fostering a high-performance culture that aligns with our strategic priorities.
• Other duties outlined in the full job description

The Person:

The successful Financial Controller will meet the following criteria:

• Qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA
• Excellent commercial acumen
• Strong communication skills
• Strong technical accounting skills

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up-to-date CV via the link provided or contact Harvest Holland, Principle Consultant at MCS Group

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Skills:
qualified financial controller

Benefits:
pension